MEP Estimator

Willmeng Construction

• $80K — $95K *
Real Estate & Construction
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5+ years of estimating experience with MEP systems
  • Subcontractor estimating experience is beneficial, general contractor experience preferred
  • In-depth knowledge of specialized MEP systems like cleanrooms and hospitals
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, advanced Excel skills preferred
  • Familiarity with MEP estimating software and quick adaptability to new platforms
  • Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills
  • Ability to thrive under tight deadlines and manage competing priorities

Responsibilities

  • Develop detailed estimates and budgets for MEP scopes on diverse projects
  • Analyze design documents to identify scope gaps and assess constructability
  • Engage with subcontractors to benchmark costs and validate pricing
  • Contribute to conceptual estimating and identify cost-saving opportunities
  • Mentor team members in MEP estimating best practices
  • Manage multiple bids and ensure accuracy under tight deadlines
  • Refine estimating processes and tools for improved efficiency

Benefits

  • Employee Stock Ownership Plan
  • Discretionary annual bonus
  • 401k with employer match
  • 100% coverage for employee medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • Flexible Time Off Policy
  • 9 paid company holidays
  • 3 consecutive weeks of parental bonding leave
  • Healthy meals and snacks provided
  • Team-building activities and volunteer opportunities
Full Job Description
The Role

As an MEP Estimator, you will play a critical role in supporting preconstruction efforts by developing accurate and detailed estimates for mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems across a diverse portfolio of complex projects. You will collaborate closely with design teams, subcontractors, and internal stakeholders to ensure cost-effective, constructible, and high-performance solutions.

What you will accomplish
  • Develop comprehensive estimates and budgets for MEP scopes on projects including data centers, advanced manufacturing facilities, healthcare institutions, and heavy industrial sites.
  • Analyze drawings, specifications, and design documents to identify scope gaps, assess constructability, and provide value-driven recommendations.
  • Engage with subcontractors and internal teams to benchmark costs, validate pricing assumptions, and support design-assist and value engineering initiatives.
  • Contribute to conceptual estimating efforts, offering insights into system alternatives and cost-saving opportunities.
  • Mentor and cross-train team members in MEP estimating best practices and tools.
  • Manage multiple concurrent bids and deliverables under tight deadlines while maintaining accuracy and attention to detail.
  • Continuously refine estimating processes and tools to improve efficiency and consistency.

What we would like you to have

  • Minimum of 5 years of experience in estimating, with a strong focus on mechanical, electrical, and/or plumbing systems.
  • Experience with subcontractor estimating is beneficial; general contractor or hybrid experience is highly preferred.
  • Deep understanding of MEP systems, including central utility plants, process piping, and specialized environments such as cleanrooms, hospitals, and chemical facilities.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook, Project); advanced Excel skills are a plus.
  • Familiarity with MEP estimating software and digital takeoff tools; ability to quickly adapt to company-specific platforms.
  • Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills, with the ability to clearly present budgets and scope details to internal teams and clients.
  • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and manage competing priorities effectively.

You're inspired by our values
  • Altruistic - Our foundation is built upon the authentic, selfless concern we share for the success and wellbeing of others.
  • Fair 360 - We illuminate with kindness by seeking to understand before being understood and by caring more than may seem reasonable so we can achieve genuine success for all.
  • Strategic - The blueprint that guides the creation of a genuine place of purpose expresses the clarity of our vision, the rigor of our thought and the character of our word.
  • Sincere - We present no facades, only genuine elevations of truth, trust, and wholehearted loyalty to the employees we mentor, the clients we serve and the communities we call home.
  • Nimble - Our structural integrity is ensured through the balance of resourcefulness, responsiveness, and adaptability and strengthened by being well-rounded in the market to serve at the highest levels.

Compensation

Alongside cash, our total compensation package includes comprehensive benefits and 100% employee ownership. From wellness to work life, our benefits support our employees' total wellbeing.

Benefits
  • Employee Stock Ownership Plan
  • Discretionary annual bonus
  • 401k with employer match
  • Employee medical, dental, and vision insurance 100% covered, with options to add dependents at 50% coverage by Willmeng
  • Flexible Time Off Policy
  • 9 paid company holidays
  • 3 consecutive weeks of parental bonding leave, with an additional 3-5 weeks of disability leave for delivery recovery
  • Spacious break rooms with healthy meals & snacks provided at no additional cost
  • Team-building activities, including volunteer opportunities

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